Shizu Hamono Shikisai Miyako | 33-Layer Damascus AUS-8 Santoku (180mm | 7.1")
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For cooks looking for ample board contact for confident chopping while staying easy to control, Shizu Hamono Shikisai Miyako Santoku 180mm is a strong choice. Its AUS-8 stainless steel construction supports a sharp edge and steady handling, while the overall profile feels purposeful rather than bulky. It is an easy everyday choice for home cooks who want one knife for meat, fish, and vegetables.
| Brand | Shizu Hamono |
|---|---|
| Knife Type | Santoku |
| Blade Length | 180 mm |
| Overall Length | 312 mm |
| Weight | 168 g |
| Steel Core | AUS-8 |
| Steel Category | Stainless Steel |
| Bevel Type | Double Bevel |
| Handle Type | Western Handle |
Shizu Hamono is a Japanese kitchen knife brand produced in Seki, Gifu—one of Japan’s most historic knife-making regions. The brand combines traditional Japanese blade-making techniques with modern materials to create reliable and practical kitchen knives.
Shizu Hamono knives are appreciated for their balance of performance, durability, and affordability. With designs suited for everyday cooking, the brand offers a wide range of knives used by home cooks and culinary professionals alike.
Manufactured in Seki, Shizu Hamono knives reflect the region’s long-standing craftsmanship and reputation for producing high-quality Japanese cutlery.
Santoku (三徳) – The Versatile Japanese Home Knife
Santoku means “three virtues,” referring to its ability to handle meat, fish, and vegetables with equal efficiency. It is one of the most popular Japanese knife types, especially for home cooking.
Compared to Gyuto knives, Santoku knives are typically shorter (usually 165mm–180mm) and have a flatter edge profile with a sheepsfoot-style tip. This design provides excellent control, balance, and precision for everyday kitchen tasks.
Santoku knives are ideal for slicing, dicing, and chopping, making them a perfect all-purpose choice for both beginners and experienced cooks.
If you prefer a compact, lightweight knife with outstanding versatility, Santoku is an excellent option.
AUS-8 is a Japanese stainless steel produced by Aichi Steel. It is widely used in kitchen knives for its excellent balance of sharpness, durability, and corrosion resistance.
With a moderate carbon content and the addition of molybdenum and vanadium, AUS-8 provides good edge retention while remaining relatively easy to sharpen. The steel is also highly resistant to rust, making it suitable for both professional kitchens and home cooking environments.
Many Japanese kitchen knives use AUS-8 as the core steel in laminated constructions, combining a hard cutting edge with softer outer layers for improved durability and stability.
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